Khokariya - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khokariya is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khokhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokariya is 505544. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.4 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Khokariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokariya
As per Census 2011, Khokariya village has a total population of 1,967 people, consisting of 1,012 males and 955 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 1,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,967 | 1,012 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 212 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,233 | 638 | 595 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 502 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,121 | 510 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Khokariya
Khokariya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khokariya
Khokariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Khokariya is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khokariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khokariya
Where is Khokariya located?
Khokariya village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokariya is Khokhariya.
What is the pincode of Khokariya?
The pincode of Khokariya is 450001.
What is the population of Khokariya?
Khokariya has a total population of 1,967, including 1,012 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Khokariya?
There are 363 households in Khokariya.
What is the literacy rate in Khokariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokariya is 43.01%. Male literacy is 49.60% and female literacy is 36.02%.